A lesson focused on key vocabulary terms essential for understanding the political and social tensions leading up to the American Revolution.

A comprehensive lesson exploring the historical roots, cultural identity, and culinary impact of Black Soul Food in America. Students will trace the evolution from West African origins to contemporary global influence through reading, discussion, and project-based learning.

A high-energy, visual-focused lesson for freshman EL students exploring the intersection of Black and Hispanic identities through key historical figures in sports, arts, and civil rights.

A lesson focused on pivotal moments in Black history through engaging vocabulary activities, designed to reinforce key terms and historical events.

Final assessment of comprehension and the presentation of creative student projects reflecting on the novel's themes.

The tragic conclusion of the novel, the irony of Sam's fate, and the overall message regarding the cost of war.

The British invasion of Redding, the capture of Father, and the shifting loyalties as the conflict intensifies.

Analysis of Tim's journey to Verplancks Point, the danger of cowboys and skinners, and the realization of the war's true brutality.

Exploration of the daily struggles in Redding, Tim's growing responsibilities, and the increasing pressure of the war on the tavern.

Introduction to the book club, the Meeker family dynamics, and the initial conflict between Sam and Father over the start of the war.

A 20-minute vocabulary mini-lesson focused on five key terms from the American Revolution: colonists, revolution, declaration, independence, and established.

A comprehensive lesson for 8th-grade special education students focusing on the Holocaust through the lens of propaganda, life in camps, resistance, and survivor testimonies. This lesson uses simplified language and visual supports to build understanding and empathy.

Analyze how nations mobilized their citizens through propaganda and the changing roles of people on the home front.

A somber investigation into the Holocaust, the systematic persecution of Jewish people and other groups, and the impact of these atrocities on the world.

Track the major military milestones of the war from 1939 to 1945 and explore the global scale of the conflict.

Examine the underlying causes of WWII, including the Treaty of Versailles and the rise of totalitarian leaders like Hitler, Mussolini, and Stalin.

A foundational hub of resources including an anchor chart, graphic organizer, flashcards, quiz, and project guide covering four major historical eras.

A lesson exploring the lives and legacies of influential Black athletes who changed sports and society. Includes a presentation for guided learning and a reading passage for assessment.

A lesson focused on the history of the Cambridge Railroad, the first horsecar line in New England. Students will practice reading for detail and mastering the skill of sequencing historical events.

A lesson exploring the evolution of Boston's public transportation system, from horse-drawn carriages to the modern MBTA subway system, focusing on the creation of America's first subway.

A lesson exploring the evolution of transit in the 19th century, highlighting the stark differences between urban commuting and rural travel. Students will analyze how transportation shaped society and geography during the 1800s.